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Daily Telegraph
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Telegraph
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps tiara for textbooks in move down under
Don't miss out on the headlines from Celebrity Life. Followed categories will be added to My News. A future Queen is heading down under to pursue tertiary education at the prestigious University of Sydney. When Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra begins her Bachelor of Arts degree in August, ahead of the university's Semester 2, she will call St Andrew's College home. The college, which is one of the university's exclusive student residences, is in Sydney's inner west. It has been home to the likes of former Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, Olympian Rohan Browning and Bondi Vet Dr Chris Brown. The college costs more than $20,000 a semester to board and features a gym, bar, food hall and yoga studio. Princess Alexandra, who is second in line to the Norwegian throne, will be studying a Bachelor of Arts. Picture: Handout/Getty Images News of the young royal living on campus was leaked to Daily Mail Australia when students received an email from Dr Daniel Tyler, the principal at St Andrew's College earlier this week. A press release from the Norwegian Palace was issued a short time later. 'She has chosen a three-year degree with a focus on international relations and political economy,' the palace said. 'Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come.' Princess Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and the grandchild of King Harald V who has held the Norwegian throne since 1991. The 21-year-old is second in line to succeed him behind her father. Students at St Andrew's College received an email on Tuesday from Principal Dr Daniel Tyler announcing the royal's arrival, Daily Mail Australia reported. 'Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is moving to Sydney to study an Arts degree at the University of Sydney,' the email read. She will be living in an exclusive student residence on campus at St Andrews College, with Principal Dr Daniel Tyler sending out an email announcing the news to students on Tuesday. Picture: Justin Lloyd. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. 'We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' The Princess is not the first international royal to travel to Australia to study. Danish Count Nikolai of Monpezat completed a semester of his business degree as part of an exchange program at the University of Technology Sydney in 2023 while pursuing his master's at Copenhagen Business School. Count Nikolai of Monpezat also spent time in the Harbour City in 2023, completing a semester at UTS. Picture:It was revealed by The Daily Telegraph earlier this month that Count Nikolai now calls Sydney home, quietly settling in with his long-time girlfriend and model Benedikte Thoustrup. He now has a full time job, and may be one of the elite that Princess Alexandra spends time with during her trip. Other children of wealthy and well-known families who also frequent the Harbour City include Chloe Green, daughter of British retail billionaire Sir Philip Green, Christian Wilkins, son of TV presenter Richard Wilkins, as well as granddaughter of the late media mogul Kerry Packer, Francesca Packer Barham. Brooklyn Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, and Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, daughter of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, are also known to occasionally visit. Sydney has been home to another royal in somewhat recent years. Queen Mary of Denmark was living in Sydney when she met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark at the Slip Inn. The then advertising executive met the future King of Denmark while he was in Sydney to support the Danish sailing team at the 2000 Olympic Games. The two embarked upon a long-distance relationship over the next few months before Mary moved from Australia to Denmark in 2001. After four years of dating, the couple married in 2004. She became the Queen of Denmark upon the abdication of Queen Margrethe II last year. Originally published as Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps tiara for textbooks in move Down Under for university studies
Qatar Tribune
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir sends congratulations to King of Norway
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HM King Harald V of Norway on the occasion of Constitution Day.
Al Etihad
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
UAE President, VPs congratulate King of Norway on National Day
17 May 2025 11:51 ABU DHABI (WAM)UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Harald V of Norway on the occasion of his country's National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar messages to the Norwegian King and to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Daily Mail
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Queen Sonja of Norway, 87, beams as she attends first official engagement since being rushed to hospital for 'breathing difficulties'
Queen Sonja of Norway has resumed public duties barely weeks after her sudden hospitalisation for 'breathing difficulties'. The monarch, 87, who is married to King Harald V of Norway, 88, put on a confident display as she attended the opening of a ceramics exhibition at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts in the country's capital. During the Easter break the Queen was transported by medical helicopter from the royal chalet in Sikkilsdalen after experiencing trouble with her breathing, revealed the royal palace at the time. However on Friday, the mother-of-two looked formidable in a multi-coloured tweed jumper and a pair of straight-cut navy trousers. The statement top was stylishly decorated with golden studs around the collar and pockets, and was effortlessly teamed with navy blue suede block-heel loafers. The royal accentuated the bold theme with a chunky silver choker and matching bracelet. On the opposite wrist she also donned a stunning gold bracelet. She opted for a sizeable pair of silver studs trimmed with a touch of gold lining. Meanwhile her make-up was apt for the outfit choice; a dash of black mascara, purple eyeliner and a striking rose pink lip. Queen Sonja of Norway has attended the opening of a ceramics exhibition barely weeks after her sudden hospitalisation for 'breathing difficulties' Her brunette and blonde locks were perfectly coiffed and fell in voluminous waves around her forehead and ears. The printmaker and avid photographer was at one point during the engagement seen capturing images of the surrounding scenery with her phone. The Queen was also spotted mingling with various graduates and guests at the academy, as the group made their way around the various sculptures. She appeared in high spirits throughout the remainder the engagement. The ceramics exhibition was put together by graduates of the Oslo National Academy of Arts - a tertiary institution in Oslo that provides education in visual arts, design and performing arts. Back in January Queen Sonja was admitted to Lillehammer hospital with a skiing-related injury, the royal household revealed. The mother-of-two looked formidable in a multi-coloured tweed jumper and a pair of straight-cut navy trousers The Queen - who suffers from atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that causes an irregular and often abnormally fast heart rate - was however later discharged from hospital with a normal heart rhythm. Despite this, her calendar was cleared of appointments in the upcoming weeks. She was also later said to be in good shape, the family told Sweden Herald. It was also reported the same month that Queen Sonja would be receiving a pacemaker. The pacemaker implant is believed to have taken place at Rikshospitalet in Oslo to help ensure a regular heartbeat. It comes less than a year after her husband King Harald - Europe's oldest reigning monarch - received a permanent pacemaker in March 2024. A month prior, Harald fell ill during a private holiday with his wife on the Malaysian resort island of Langkawi. He underwent surgery there and received a temporary pacemaker due to a low heart rate. Harald returned to Norway aboard a medical airplane and was immediately transferred to an Oslo hospital. The King's doctor, Bjørn Bendz, said that he had contracted an undetermined infection in Malaysia. The implant helped Harald's heart beat regularly, and replaced the temporary pacemaker that he received before. Both Sonja and Harald appeared to be in good spirits last month, as they welcomed the President of Iceland for a gala dinner at the Royal Palace in Oslo.
